Isabel Allen - Architecture Today

About Isabel Allen

Isabel Allen is the Editor of Architecture Today and the Editorial Director of BEAM (Built Environment and Architecture Media), founded in 2021 to provide the construction industry with a multi-media platform for interdisciplinary learning and collaboration. Highly experienced in her field, Isabel was previously editor of the AJ and has spearheaded the launch of numerous initiatives including the Architecture Today Awards for buildings that stand the test of time and the Regenerative Architecture Index launched in partnership with Architects Declare. Alongside a career as an editor, curator and critic she also co-founded HAB Housing, which delivered low-cost housing using natural materials and innovative models of procurement, land ownership and finance. She is an Honorary Fellow of the RIBA.

STORE Pavilion, King’s Cross

Isabel Allen2024-09-19T17:05:26+01:00

London and Rotterdam-based STORE works with summer school students create a temporary 'log cabin' in London's Granary Square as a venue for public events at London Design Festival.

STORE Pavilion, King’s CrossIsabel Allen2024-09-19T17:05:26+01:00

Shigeru Ban wins 2024 Praemium Imperiale Award

Isabel Allen2024-09-10T10:32:34+01:00

Internationally renowned Japanese architect Shigeru Ban has won the Architecture category of the 2024 Praemium Imperiale Awards.

Shigeru Ban wins 2024 Praemium Imperiale AwardIsabel Allen2024-09-10T10:32:34+01:00

Shoreline, Folkestone

Isabel Allen2024-07-18T14:42:26+01:00

ACME's contemporary take on the Edwardian terrace marks the first phase of Folkestone's Seafront & Harbour masterplan.

Shoreline, FolkestoneIsabel Allen2024-07-18T14:42:26+01:00

Lilla Lidingöbron bridge

Isabel Allen2024-06-25T11:22:08+01:00

Knight Architects connects Sweden's island of Lidingö to greater Stockholm with £60m Lilla Lidingöbron bridge.

Lilla Lidingöbron bridgeIsabel Allen2024-06-25T11:22:08+01:00

School of Specification – EnerPHit

Isabel Allen2024-06-03T15:15:43+01:00

RDA Architects has produced a learning module on EnerPHit for School of Specification. Founder and director Richard Dudzicki challenges misconceptions about EnerPHit and outlines the issues that are holding its back.

School of Specification – EnerPHitIsabel Allen2024-06-03T15:15:43+01:00

Funmbi Adeagbo’s pitch for the RIBA Presidency

Isabel Allen2024-05-29T07:13:34+01:00

Funmbi Adeagbo explains why she's running for the RIBA Presidency and the importance of challenging preconceptions, breaking down barriers, learning from international partners and reorganising her life to give the role the focus it deserves.

Funmbi Adeagbo’s pitch for the RIBA PresidencyIsabel Allen2024-05-29T07:13:34+01:00

Chris Williamson’s manifesto for a reformed RIBA

Isabel Allen2024-05-22T14:42:35+01:00

Chris Williamson explains why RIBA's advocacy and support are more vital now than ever and unveils his manifesto for his pitch for the Presidency.

Chris Williamson’s manifesto for a reformed RIBAIsabel Allen2024-05-22T14:42:35+01:00

Deadline extended for the inaugural Regenerative Architecture Index

Isabel Allen2024-05-14T14:35:02+01:00

Architecture Today and UK Architects Declare have teamed up to launch the world’s first Regenerative Architecture Index as a means of benchmarking architects on regenerative projects, policies, working practices and actions. Entries close 24 May.

Deadline extended for the inaugural Regenerative Architecture IndexIsabel Allen2024-05-14T14:35:02+01:00

Dispatches from Footprint: Tim Pyne and Emily Day

Isabel Allen2024-05-09T07:26:32+01:00

The founders and organisers of Footprint talk about moving the show from Brighton to Billingsgate, the importance of being close to the financial sector and having the best name.

Dispatches from Footprint: Tim Pyne and Emily DayIsabel Allen2024-05-09T07:26:32+01:00

Duncan Baker-Brown’s pitch for the RIBA Presidency

Isabel Allen2024-05-22T10:22:53+01:00

Architect, academic and campaigner Duncan Baker-Brown explains why it's important to have an activist at the helm of the RIBA and unveils his manifesto for change.

Duncan Baker-Brown’s pitch for the RIBA PresidencyIsabel Allen2024-05-22T10:22:53+01:00

Nimi Attanayake and Tim O’Callaghan

Isabel Allen2024-04-30T14:32:24+01:00

Nimi Attanayake and Tim O'Callaghan of nimtim architects see their home office/playroom as a space that reflects the challenge of juggling raising children and running a practice.

Nimi Attanayake and Tim O’CallaghanIsabel Allen2024-04-30T14:32:24+01:00

Introducing the Regenerative Architecture Index Ambassadors

Isabel Allen2024-04-23T11:52:09+01:00

Roman Krznaric, Phoebe Tickell and Immy Kaur announced as Ambassadors for the inaugural Regenerative Architecture Index (RAI).

Introducing the Regenerative Architecture Index AmbassadorsIsabel Allen2024-04-23T11:52:09+01:00